Pit Bulls Being Unfairly Targeted?

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on May 14, 2012 in Dogs, Miscellaneous | 0 comments

Are we as a society being ‘fair’ to pit bulls? Maryland’s Court of Appeals recently ruled that pit bulls and pit bull mixes are “inherently dangerous.” The decision stems from a case involving a pit bull named Clifford that escaped from its pen twice, severely injuring two children on the same day. Plaintiffs sued the dog’s owner and the landlord. Maryland’s Court of...

Advil for dogs?

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on Apr 26, 2012 in Dogs, Miscellaneous | 0 comments

I have been asked many times if it is OK to use Advil (Ibuprofen). IN fact a few of you reading this newsletter have probably done so. Hopefully you had no problems. It can cause serious health issues- and I saw it many times in practice. Never use Advil for your dog, and don’t give ANY None steroidal anti-inflammatories to your cat. Go with MANY of the alternative options first- few to NO...

Taking Probiotics Could Prevent Allergies

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on Apr 4, 2012 in Dogs, Miscellaneous | 0 comments

One of the most common frustrating dog health conditions are allergies. Here are some of the many signs: Chronic itching and scratching. Ear infections. Hair loss Red, painful skin Thickened black skin Bad skin odor Paw licking Anal licking Head shaking So What can you do? Well a fairly recent study in people shows that probiotics can help. ( Source: NBC NEWS) Here are some highlights of the...

Top Natural Treatments for Allergies, Wounds and Cough

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on Feb 28, 2012 in Dogs, Miscellaneous | 0 comments

The drug or the home remedy? ———————————– I am constantly surprised to see STILL how many well trained ‘experts’ dismiss complementary and alternative veterinary medicine. I am of the opinion that part of this is due to lack of education around holistic remedies; I received virtually no training or instruction...

Signs of pain to watch for

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on Dec 2, 2011 in Dogs, Holistic/Natural Medicine for Pets, Miscellaneous | 0 comments

What are subluxations? ————————— These are veterbrae ( or bones of the spine), which are out of position in relation to one another or are not moving correctly. This causes abnormal function and symptoms, by affecting nerve function. —————————- Symptoms of...

Scratching, itching and excessive paw licking?

Posted by Save on Pet Supplies on Nov 14, 2011 in Dogs, Miscellaneous, Skin Care | 0 comments

What’s causing your dog to do all that scratching, itching and excessive paw licking? Chances are the cause is allergies, but exactly to what? Is it to food, to grass, house dust mites…there literally are hundreds of allergens. Allergies show up in many ways, some pets can have runny eyes and sneezing, while others have serious recurring skin problems. My one dog Jessie has some type of...